How To Fix KY132 - Enter a numerical value

KY132 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Enter a numerical value

What causes this issue?

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System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY132 - Enter a numerical value ?

  The SAP error message KY132 ("Enter a numerical value") typically occurs when a user is expected to input a numerical value in a field, but the input provided is either non-numeric or invalid. This error can arise in various contexts within SAP, such as during data entry in financial transactions, cost center planning, or other modules where numerical values are required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-numeric Input: The user may have entered letters, special characters, or spaces instead of a number.
  Incorrect Field Type: The field may be configured to accept only numeric values, and any other type of input will trigger this error.
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: Sometimes, leading or trailing spaces in the input can cause the system to misinterpret the value as non-numeric.
  Decimal Separator Issues: In some locales, the decimal separator may be a comma instead of a period, leading to confusion in numeric input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the value entered is purely numeric. Remove any